74 m. ago Diabetes during pregnancy 'links to ADHD and autism risk in children'

According to a new study, having diabetes while pregnant has been linked to higher risks of neurodevelopmental disorders in children.

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75 m. ago USPS wants to increase the price of a stamp to 78 cents. Here’s when it could take effect

U.S. Postal Service is seeking a rate increase this summer in order to achieve financial stability

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1 hour ago Sunburn: Met Office issue warning over sunburn risk as temperatures continue to soar

Sunburn increases your risk of developing skin cancer ☀

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1 hour ago Social media boss who 'lost his mind' and killed his stepfather after five

Adejuwon Olufemi Alexander Jnr Oyekan, 32, stabbed Jason Thompson, 54, 44 times at his home, on July 11, 2023, two days after returning from the Spanish island where he took cocaine and ecstasy.

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2 h. ago Social media boss locked up for killing stepfather after Ibiza drugs binge

The defendant claimed a cocktail of drugs triggered his psychotic illness

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2 h. ago Former US treasury secretary slams Trump tariffs as ‘worst self

Janet Yellen, who also is a former Federal Reserve chair, says Trump’s economic policies increase likelihood of recessionRead the latest full reportUS-China trade war intensifies as Beijing’s tariffs come into effect after Trump pauseChina and the European Union have exchanged views on strengthening their economic and trade cooperation in response to US tariffs, the Chinese commerce ministry said on Thursday, according to Reuters news agency.In a video call on Tuesday, China’s commerce minister Wang Wentao discussed with European trade and economic security commissioner Maros Sefcovic the restart of talks on trade relief and to immediately carry out negotiations on electric vehicle price commitments, the Chinese ministry statement said. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Dry spell brings sharp increase in London wildfires, says LFB

Dry spell brings sharp increase in London wildfires, says LFB  BBC

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3 h. ago Wildfire warning for hottest day of the year so far with UK to bake in 24C temperatures

London Fire Brigade said that the risk of wildfires increases every day that passes without rainfall

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3 h. ago Tell us: what have you never quite understood about weight loss drugs?

Perhaps you’ve tried them, are thinking about it, or feel overwhelmed by the hype. Whatever your question, we’d love to hear from youWeight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro have burst into public awareness over the last few years, promising dramatic results and stirring up big questions.Originally developed for diabetes, these medications are now being prescribed for weight management. But the science, ethics, and long-term effects of these drugs are still being explored. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Jeremy Clarkson could face ANOTHER council showdown over bid to improve car park at his Cotswolds pub The Farmer's Dog

The presenter wants to increase parking spaces and plant trees at his two car parks at the Farmer's Dog with visitor numbers greatly increasing since he took over the pub in August.

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3 h. ago What the doctor ordered: how The Pitt became the TV show of the moment

The stressful Noah Wyle-led hospital drama has swiftly become the surprise breakout show of the season, speaking to a time of healthcare crisisIt happened slowly at first, then all at once: people asking me “are you watching The Pitt?” As in the medical drama streaming on Max, released at the beginning of January and set over one hellish shift at an overburdened emergency room in Pittsburgh. The question has increased in frequency and urgency over the past month, as more and more people got hooked on weekly episodes that simulate the adrenaline cascade that is emergency medicine, one hour at a time. Friends, acquaintances, strangers at the coffee shop – everyone was watching The Pitt. Or, more accurately, reliving it, because to watch The Pitt is to be absorbed by The Pitt. Such is the nature of binging, but also the show’s design: a long season – 15 episodes, or nearly twice the length of a standard streaming drama, with the finale released tonight – plus a single episodic conceit,...

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3 h. ago Drug smuggler hid cocaine worth £22.8m under dry ice he claimed was for London hospital

Bart Verschueren has been jailed for 18 years for the smuggling plot

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3 h. ago How to save money on your passport renewal as price rise kicks in

Exclusive: The cost of an online application has jumped by £6 to £94.50

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4 h. ago Poor hearing increases early death risk due to 'significant' link to heart failure

A recent study found a link between hearing health and the risk of heart failure.

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5 h. ago Increased state pension will arrive in accounts from next week: How much will YOURS rise by?

The headline rate will be hiked by 4.1% under the triple lock - but not all elements of the state pension are increased to the same level.

Economics

5 h. ago Egg prices continue to increase despite bird flu outbreak slowing

U.S. egg prices increased again last month to a new record-high of $6.23 despite a drop in wholesale prices and no egg farms having bird flu outbreaks last month

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6 h. ago Man killed his stepfather by stabbing him 44 times after five

Adejuwon Oyekan took a cocktail of drugs during a trip to the Spanish island

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6 h. ago Social media boss locked up for killing stepfather after drugs binge in Ibiza

Adejuwon Oyekan, who has been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, pleaded guilty to manslaughter by diminished responsibility.

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7 h. ago Warning over 'dangerous' scannable stickers left near school targeting children

The glossy labels, which feature a marijuana leaf and a QR code, are believed to be the latest tactic by brazen drug dealers hoping to hook children on illegal drugs.

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7 h. ago What is really going on with Justin Bieber as singer continues to spark waves of concern

After an intense year of divorce rumours, P Diddy drama and concerning public appearances, fans worry as Justin Bieber looks increasingly dishevelled

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